Communication support worker for Deaf students

Highlands School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Highlands School is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to help include students with specific educational needs and to support them to access the curriculum, both in class and in smaller groups. The role involves providing targeted learning support in group and 1:1 settings, including use of BSL level 3 where appropriate.

The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, SEN coordinators and pupils to adapt materials and enable participation in lessons, lunch clubs, and enrichment

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Ability to support both group and 1:1 learning activities.
• Proficient use of British Sign Language (BSL) Level 3 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with SEN to access the curriculum.
• Provide learning support in group and one-to-one settings.
• Utilise BSL Level 3 when assisting deaf or hard-of-hearing students.

Skills

Student support

Communication

BSL usage

Education

BSL Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The successful candidate will assist in the support and inclusion of students with specific educational needs within the school. Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) help meet the needs of students with SEN and support them to access the curriculum, both in group situations and individually, including use of BSL level 3, inside and outside the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEN to access the curriculum and participate in learning activities.
• Provide learning support in both group and one-to-one settings as required.
• Utilise BSL level 3 when assisting deaf or hard-of-hearing students as part of the support provided.

Qualifications

• British Sign Language (BSL) Level 3 or equivalent.